RATIO Synonyms: 7 Similar and Opposite Words

ratio

noun

ˈrā-shē-ˌō

Definition of ratio

as in rate

the relationship in quantity, amount, or size between two or more things the ratio of students to teachers in the school is nine to one

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disproportion

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Recent Examples of ratio Remember, this ratio chart moving lower means the numerator (MAGS) is weakening relative to the denominator (QQEW). — Todd Gordon, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026 Kohl is expected to provide an upgrade under center, having posted a 12-to-2 touchdown-to-interception ratio in seven starts in 2025. — Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2026 At first blush, the definition might seem overly broad—like the same golden-ratio diagram laid over a picture of a cat, a supermodel’s face, a painting, and a sunset. — Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 17 Aug. 2026 The rising price-to-income ratio, coupled with elevated interest rates, has put homeownership out of reach for millions of young adults. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ratio

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The success rate of players returning from a second Tommy John is not as high as those who have the procedure once, but the road back isn’t impossible.

— C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Today, with an imploded refi business and rates closing in on 7%, the AI mortgage company’s market value stands at just $300 million.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026

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